ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
The Verdict
Both 16-inch laptops deliver excellent performance but serve different priorities. ASUS ROG Strix G16 excels for gaming and intensive workloads with its Intel Core i9-14900HX (24 cores), 240Hz IPS display, and 1TB storage,ideal for content creators and gamers willing to accept 6-hour battery life. Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro prioritizes portability and productivity with its lighter 1.55kg frame, superior 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display (2880 x 1800), and exceptional 15-hour battery endurance. Storage capacity differs significantly: 1TB versus 512GB. The Galaxy Book4 includes Thunderbolt ports and SD card support for connectivity flexibility, while the ROG Strix focuses on gaming-centric features. Performance-wise, the i9-14900HX outpaces the Core Ultra 7 155H for demanding applications. Choose the ROG Strix if you need raw power and gaming capability; select the Galaxy Book4 if battery life, display quality, and portability matter most for your workflow.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) if…
- →RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles 1440p gaming at high settings
- →240Hz 2.5K display is incredibly smooth for competitive gaming
- →90 Wh battery is large for a gaming laptop
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro if…
- →Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- →Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- →Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles 1440p gaming at high settings
- 240Hz 2.5K display is incredibly smooth for competitive gaming
- 90 Wh battery is large for a gaming laptop
- Excellent thermal design with liquid metal compound
- 1 TB SSD with a second expandable slot
Cons
- Heavy and thick — not a portable daily driver
- No webcam — requires an external camera
- Fan noise under load is significant
- Battery life is short under gaming loads
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
Pros
- Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
- Good port selection including SD card and HDMI
- Up to 15-hour battery life is class-leading
Cons
- No discrete GPU option on this model
- RAM and SSD are soldered — no upgrade path
- Samsung DeX for PC still limited in scope
- AMOLED display may develop burn-in over time
- Higher price than similarly-specced Windows ultrabooks
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 5.29 lbs (2.4 kg) | 1.55 kg |
| Material | Aluminum and plastic | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 13.94 x 10.35 x 0.92 inches | 355.4 x 227.9 x 12.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 6 hours | Up to 15 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 90 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16 inches | 16.0 inches |
| Type | IPS | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 240Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 500 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 24 cores (8P + 16E) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-14900HX | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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